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Cove Resort Palau

3.5 star property
Travelers relax with poolside cocktails at Cove Resort Palau while taking in the natural beauty that surrounds this peaceful retreat in paradise

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Cove Resort Palau offers a tranquil escape with natural beauty. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet, poolside bar drinks, marina, garden, in-room WiFi, and daily manager's receptions for a relaxing experience.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Marina Blue Bay View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Marina Rock Island View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Marina Poolside Room

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Marina Orchid Room

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Marina Cove Suite

  • 81 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Marina Pool Side Room - Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Marina Rock Island View - Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Marina Blue Bay View - Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Malakal Island, Cove Resort Palau is in a rural area and near the beach. Badrulchau and Capitol Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Long Island Park and Ngarachamayong Cultural Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at National Stadium or Asahi Stadium. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkeling adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Malakal Island travel guide
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10186 Malakal Road, Malakal Island, 96940

What's nearby

  • Palau islands from above
    Rock Islands Southern Lagoon
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Palau Pacific Resort Beach
    Palau Pacific Resort Beach
    9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Long Island Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • WCTC Shopping Center
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • National Stadium
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Koror (ROR-Palau Intl.)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sam's Tours
    4 min walk
  • Elilai Seaside Dining
    14 min walk
  • Suriyothai
    3 min drive
  • Riptide Bar
    10 min walk
  • Umi Authentic Japanese Cuisine
    20 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 60.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10.00 (one-way), (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 60.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Cove Resort Palau have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cove Resort Palau pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cove Resort Palau?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cove Resort Palau?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Cove Resort Palau provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 20 per person applies.

Where is Cove Resort Palau located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Rock Islands Southern Lagoon and Long Island Park. Ngarachamayong Cultural Center and National Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cove Resort Palau Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 135 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most polite staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Darrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean and comfortable. Breakfast buffet is excellent. Internet speed is poor, fast enough to check your email and barely much more.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, restaurant and bar facility was good. There is a large pool that is well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and helpful staff from front desk to restaraunts to housekeeping….all were great!,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and centrally located.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the place with friendly staff. We spent our 27th anniversary at the cove and we loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with lovely staff. Very convenient location. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet resort but the staff were welcoming and helpful and the food very good. It was also extremely for our transition to the Palau aggressor liveaboard dive boat
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was god and large. The staff was great and friendly. The Internet was not so great. Very spotty and unreliable. Had to go to drop off to check in for our flight. The cleaning staff was efficient and super. The breakfast juice was not the best but the place is trying. Palau is a
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michelle Marie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is all incredible. The room was spacious and the bed was comfy, however the hotel is tired & dated. The common areas (hallways, stairwells, pool area) are not cleaned or maintained. Also no lighting in the stairwell. I was disappointed in my selection of hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Casual and tropical. Friendly and helpful staff. Updated rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel overall was okay. The rooms themselves were updated and had most all you could need while the common areas could benefit from a refresh. The breakfast was the real star of the stay. The biggest issue we had was the internet was incredibly slow and made even basic tasks hard to accomplish. It was so slow some days that we could not even load a speed test to document how slow it was performing. If you need to be connected while in Palau, this would not be a good hotel choice as cellular service is already a challenge on the island making wifi vital. The staff however was always nice and the location of the hotel was good. So it really comes down to what you need in a stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel suffers from the smell of mold. Resort is showing its age with lack of proper maintenance. Staff is pleasant. Clearly the resort will suffer more and more with age and lack of care.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was AMAZING
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bonnie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms smelled musty even when they moved us to another room
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

charity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great facility..location, food, convenience all good..
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but carpet has stains on it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul Horatio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would have liked to see more varieties of fruit offered for breakfast e.g. where are the bananas?
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish there could be more dining options in the hotel or cooking could be better. I went to Drop Off next door for all my meals except for breakfast which was included in the room charge.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb!

Spent three weeks here in November while doing a bunch of snorkeling and kayaking. The Cove is ideally located for these activities and a wonderful place to stay. Staff is very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Breakfast buffet is probably the best I’ve ever experienced! Love the room, very comfortable bed and great rain shower head. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it for anyone visiting Palau.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful

It was a short stay but great. The front desk was wonderful in assisting us with all of questions and needs. The room was nice, clean with great climate control. There was a big storm and when the power went out they quickly recovered both our electricity and internet!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is pleasant. Building is showing its age. Lack of maintenance is starting to effect structure.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The carpeting is pretty dirty for a newer hotel. Shuttle rides to the airport are almost double per person tgst a taxi.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024